So Easy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan
Indulge in a hassle-free dinner with "So Easy Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan," a quick-prep recipe that offers all the comforting flavors of this Italian classic with minimal effort. Perfectly seasoned boneless, skinless chicken breasts are slow-simmered in a rich marinara sauce, ensuring melt-in-your-mouth tenderness, then crowned with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. A crunchy topping of golden panko breadcrumbs, toasted with Italian seasoning and olive oil, adds irresistible texture to every bite. Serve this dish over cooked pasta for a complete meal or enjoy it on its own—either way, it’s guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. With just 10 minutes of prep time and the magic of your crock pot, this recipe is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it comfort food for busy weekdays or cozy weekends.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.75 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- 4 cups cooked pasta (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning.
Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the bottom of the crock pot.
Pour the marinara sauce evenly over the chicken, ensuring the chicken is fully coated.
Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is tender.
About 30 minutes before the chicken is finished cooking, mix the panko breadcrumbs, remaining Italian seasoning, and olive oil in a small bowl. Toast the mixture in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
Once the chicken is done, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the chicken in the crock pot. Cover and let the cheese melt, about 10-15 minutes.
Top the melted cheese with the toasted breadcrumb mixture for added crunch.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot over cooked pasta or as is.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
952 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.4 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 1293 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.7 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 82.3 g | 165% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 389 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 613 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
